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The voices of the women impacted by the CJS are integral to the way we work and that's why we asked one of our Peer Advisors to provide evidence at the recent #justiceinquiry hearing.

Does Australia have a prison dilemma? Panellists Helen Coventry (JesuitSocialServices), Donald Weatherburn (NDARC, UNSW), Nicholas Cowdery (Sydney Criminology), and our own Commissioner Stephen King discuss the complex story of imprisonment. Save your spot:

Grateful for funding from Victorian Legal Services Board + Commissioner to assist us in engaging more vulnerable women who are impacted by the justice system in our community mentoring programs to build protective factors to reduce the risk of re- offending. youtu.be/7sJneM1PhcY

Interested in finding out more about our mentoring program that supports and empowers women to build a life away from the justice system? Our next Volunteer Info session is being held this Thursday at 11am. Email [email protected] to register.

That feeling when you get an awesome email like this. Our placement student had a criminal record and was knocked back from several places before she approached us. She made a valuable contribution and is keen to use her lived experience of the CJS to support other women.

On the back of 100 recommendations from the Inquiry into Vic's justice system, providing recurrent and sustainable funding to an evidence-based, proven initiative that supports vulnerable women to achieve positive life outcomes, surely this is an easy decision #jailingisfailing

Want to join the WAMily? We're recruiting for three new roles supporting women and girls to build their life away from the justice system. Here's one role: ethicaljobs.com.au/members/Wellin… Check out the others on EthicalJobs.com.au

Persistence and Resilience can be the foundation of a great mentoring relationship. Take a read of Angela and Christine's story in our June newsletter createsend.com/t/j-CD72CEAE3C…

"Jailing is failing the community, jailing is failing the people who are sent to prison, and jailing is failing taxpayers because it doesn’t work." It's time to stop being 'tough on crime', and get smart on crime, investing in real solutions to break the cycle. 👇 #springst

"WAM really came through for me when I needed help fixing my car so I could get to work, and phone credit so I could keep in touch with my kids" - Sherrie Double your impact with a matched donation this week and give a helping hand to someone in need. shorturl.at/aBUWY

A call for action by the CEO of the Women's Justice Network. By supporting this fundraiser you are supporting young women and girls to turn their lives around and live their best lives. Find out more about how you can play a vital role in changing lives: bit.ly/Art4Healing22E…

"Australia will benefit from taking immediate steps to reduce rates of female imprisonment amid growing evidence that our tough-on-crime approaches are not working, bringing significant economic and social costs". Read CEDA's report for more ceda.com.au/NewsAndResourc…

Over 95% of women referred to WAM have experienced historical / current family violence. Today is International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and Girls. We will continue to #PushForward on a world free from gender-based violence. #EndViolenceAgainstWomen

As a member of the SJFW coalition, we support the Coroner’s recommendation to amend the Bail Act, and welcome the Premier’s response to reform the law, to ensure women have access to address their support needs whilst remaining in the community. shorturl.at/BGIY6

Had a great morning at the Legal Laneway Breakfast and very proud to be the charity partner.

We love our movie nights at WAM. Great movie, good company and perfect opportunity to meet the team, board and mentors. Join us at The Kino Cinema on Wednesday 29th March from 6pm to see To Leslie. Buy your tickets, and pre-purchase movie snacks here: tinyurl.com/WAM-ToLeslie

Have you called your Mum yet today? Hundreds of kids in Victoria can't. This #MothersDay, we’re calling on Corrections Victoria to fully fund phone calls from people in prison to their loved ones, and to increase the length of time they're allowed to talk.

Congratulations to our Founding Director, Ann Polis who has been recognised with an Order of Australia Award today. With a strong belief in social justice, education and the importance of community participation, Ann started WAM to ensure criminalised women had access to support.